How to insert mail symbol in resume
There are a few ways to insert a mail symbol (also known as an envelope icon or mail icon) in a resume, depending on the software or tool you're using. Here are a few methods:
Method 1: Using Unicode characters
You can use Unicode characters to insert the mail symbol. The Unicode character for the mail symbol is:
✉
To insert this character, follow these steps:
- Open your resume document or template.
- Place your cursor where you want to insert the mail symbol.
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + U
(Windows) orCmd + Shift + U
(Mac) to open the Unicode character picker. - Type
2709
in the picker and press Enter. - The mail symbol should appear in your document.
Method 2: Using a symbol font
Some fonts, such as Wingdings or Symbol, include a mail symbol. You can use these fonts to insert the symbol. Here's how:
- Open your resume document or template.
- Select the text where you want to insert the mail symbol.
- Go to the Font menu and select a font that includes a mail symbol, such as Wingdings or Symbol.
- Choose the mail symbol from the font menu.
Method 3: Using a graphics editor
If you're using a graphics editor like Adobe Illustrator or Canva, you can insert a mail symbol as a graphic element. Here's how:
- Open your graphics editor and create a new document or select an existing one.
- Go to the Symbols or Icons library and search for a mail symbol.
- Drag and drop the mail symbol into your document.
- Resize and position the symbol as needed.
- Save the document as a PDF or image file.
Method 4: Using a mail icon from a font
Some fonts, such as Font Awesome or Material Design Icons, include a mail symbol. You can use these fonts to insert the symbol. Here's how:
- Open your resume document or template.
- Select the text where you want to insert the mail symbol.
- Go to the Font menu and select a font that includes a mail symbol, such as Font Awesome or Material Design Icons.
- Choose the mail symbol from the font menu.
Remember to check the formatting and styling of your resume to ensure that the mail symbol appears correctly.